Gabriele Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationgah-BREE-eh-leh / /ɡaˈbriː.ɛ.leɪ/Italian; Hebrew
Meaning
Italian: God is my strength; Hebrew: God is my strength
Historical & Cultural Background
Gabriele is the feminine form of Gabriel, which has roots in both Hebrew and Italian. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Italy. It has been used in religious contexts, often associated with the archangel Gabriel in Judeo-Christian traditions. The name has seen varying popularity over the years, especially in the 20th century.
Trend Summary
Gabriele has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gabriella
- Gabrielle
International Variants
- Gabriele (Italian)
- Gabriela (Spanish)
- Gabrielle (French)
Famous people named Gabriele
Gabriele D'Annunzio was an Italian poet, playwright, and nationalist known for his influential literary works.
Gabriele Muccino is an Italian film director and screenwriter recognized for his films such as 'The Pursuit of Happyness'.
Gabriele Bonci is an Italian chef famous for his pizza-making skills and culinary television appearances.
Gabriele Salvatores is an Italian film director and screenwriter who won an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
Fictional characters named Gabriele
Gabriele is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed II', serving as a supporting figure in the storyline.
Gabriele is a character in the novel 'The Betrothed' by Alessandro Manzoni, representing themes of love and sacrifice.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gabriele was first seen in the United States in 1954. Gabriele has ranked as high as #1177 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, California, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Gabriele has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gabriele (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1961 | 19 |
| 1962 | 21 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 22 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 24 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 30 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 64 |
| 1991 | 48 |
| 1992 | 61 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 65 |
| 1995 | 79 |
| 1996 | 71 |
| 1997 | 78 |
| 1998 | 88 |
| 1999 | 88 |
| 2000 | 81 |
| 2001 | 74 |
| 2002 | 76 |
| 2003 | 46 |
| 2004 | 68 |
| 2005 | 56 |
| 2006 | 54 |
| 2007 | 74 |
| 2008 | 46 |
| 2009 | 44 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 |